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HelpTest Code LAB35 Theophylline
Intended Use
Used to monitor the serum concentration of the antiasthmatic drug Theophylline
Methodology
Immunoenzymatic Assay
Performing Laboratory
RCH
Specimen Requirements
Preferred: Plasma (heparinized)
Container/tube: Lt Green/Mint-top (lithium heparin) tube
Acceptable: Serum
Container: Plain, red-top or gold, serum gel tube
Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.1 mL)
Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated (preferred): 1 month
Frozen (< -20 C): 3 months
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
80198